Picking Up the Pieces in Haiti

Picking Up the Pieces in Haiti

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Nearly a year after the massive earthquake in Haiti, challenges for the reconstruction effort continue. James Stairs checks in with the Canadian Red Cross in Jacmel.
Born Into Bolivia

Born Into Bolivia

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Volunteers, doctors, midwives and traditional Bolivian practitioners work together to save lives in rural Bolivia.
How to Find an Ethical Volunteer Organization

How to Find an Ethical Volunteer Organization

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Volunteering abroad can be extremely rewarding—but how can you be sure you're really helping?
Its for You: A Firsthand Tale of Volunteering in Costa Rica

It's for You: A Firsthand Tale of Volunteering in Costa Rica

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A brief volunteer stint parallels all the challenges and joys of development work.
Work, Study or Volunteer in Costa Rica

Work, Study or Volunteer in Costa Rica

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From language schools to environmental projects - find an excuse to stay a while.
Lighting up Lives in Costa Rica

Lighting up Lives in Costa Rica

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Canadian volunteers bring solar-powered study lamps to their fellow students deep in the jungles of Costa Rica.
First on the Ground in Haiti

First on the Ground in Haiti

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On January 12, 2010, a powerful earthquake left Haiti in ruins. Around the world, relief teams sprang into action. 
Volunteer or Study in Thailand

Volunteer or Study in Thailand

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Although Thailand is known for backpacking and budget beach getaways, there are many opportunities to stay longer and get involved.

Volunteer Opportunities in Thailand

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Want to help in Thailand? 
Wave of Change: Five Years After the Tsunami

Wave of Change: Five Years After the Tsunami

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Five years ago, the tsunami took thousands of lives and changed Thailand forever. Finally, the tide is beginning to turn.
Bearing Witness in Guatemala

Bearing Witness in Guatemala

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Métis lawyer Brenda Gunn works with Mayan survivors of Guatemala's massacres.
Taking the Show on the Road

Taking the Show on the Road

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Three Quebec drama students help Peruvian youth find their own voices.
Work, Study and Volunteer in Australia

Work, Study and Volunteer in Australia

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Work, study and volunteer opportunities in Australia.
Volunteer, Work and Study in Argentina

Volunteer, Work and Study in Argentina

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Want to extend your stay in Argentina? Here are some organizations that can help you to volunteer, work or study in this South American country.
Global Heroes: Changing the World

Global Heroes: Changing the World

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Have you ever wondered what a hero looks like? Verge is proud to introduce our 2009 Global Heroes: 14 men and women who are doing their part to make a difference in the developing world.
Building Trails around Lake Baikal, Siberia

Building Trails around Lake Baikal, Siberia

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I have to admit I was skeptical about the Great Baikal Trail Association at first.  
Will Work For Scenery - Conservation Volunteers in New Zealand

Will Work For Scenery - Conservation Volunteers in New Zealand

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When Joseph Otari declared the forest he owned just outside of Wellington protected land, he was defying the times. 
Bringing the Message Home: Conservation in Belize

Bringing the Message Home: Conservation in Belize

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In a developing country, conservation can be a tough sell.

Making the Grade in Mongolia

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Volunteer teacher Cheryl Dunkerton finds that Mongolian students juggle more than just exams in order to make it through school.
Exploring some NGOs in Laos

Exploring some NGOs in Laos

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Julia Steinecke finds it easy to meet NGOs and community organizations, like Big Brother Mouse.

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